Legal prism · 2026-10-24

Legal prism — 2026-10-24

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Updated: 2026-10-24 07:56
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Original article → Piyush Goyal Criticises EU Rules, Says They Could Hurt Its Economy · BW Businessworld
Original — BW Businessworld
Piyush Goyal Criticises EU Rules, Says They Could Hurt Its Economy Copy link
Speaking at the Berlin Global Dialogue, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal criticised the EU's growing regulatory framework, warning that measures like the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the EU Deforestation…
Analysis

Core issue

Although political criticism targeting European import regulatory measures focuses on trade friction, the legal exposure of economic operators stems from mandatory tariff classification and valuation mechanisms. This matter requires determining how statutory provisions dictate import duties, taxable bases, and customs liabilities for imported goods. Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 and Council Directive 2006/112/EC establish the binding statutory criteria for customs liabilities across Member States.

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Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 applies directly in every Member State without requiring national implementing legislation. Conversely, Council Directive 2006/112/EC

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• Council Directive 2006/112/EC on the common system of value added tax Article 143 (statute)
for its implementation or the headquarters agreements, in so far as it does not lead to distortion of competition; (fb) the importation of goods by the Commission or by…
for its implementation or the headquarters agreements, in so far as it does not lead to distortion of competition; (fb) the importation of goods by the Commission or by an agency or a body established under Union law where the Commission or such an agency or body imports those goods in the execution of tasks conferred on it by Union law in order to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, except where the goods imported are used, either immediately or at a later date, for the purposes of onward supplies for consideration by the Commission or such an agency or body
• Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 laying down the Union Customs Code Article 5 (statute)
legislation in force; (19) "debtor" means any person liable for a customs debt; (20) "import duty" means customs duty payable on the import of goods; (21) "export duty"…
legislation in force; (19) "debtor" means any person liable for a customs debt; (20) "import duty" means customs duty payable on the import of goods; (21) "export duty" means customs duty payable on the export of goods; (22) "customs status" means the status of goods as Union or non-Union goods; (23) "Union goods" means goods which fall into any of the following categories: (a) goods wholly obtained in the customs territory of the Union and not incorporating goods imported from countries or territories outside the customs territory of the Union; (b) goods brought into the customs territory of the Union from countries or territories outside that territory and released for free circulation; (c) goods obtained or produced in the customs territory of the Union, either solely from goods referred to in point (b) or from goods referred to in points (a) and (b); (24) "non-Union goods" means goods other than those referred to in point 23 or which have lost their customs status as Union goods; (25) "risk management" means the systematic identification of risk, including through random checks, and the implementation of all measures necessary for limiting exposure to risk; (26) "release of goods" means the act whereby the customs authorities make goods available for the purposes specified for the customs procedure under which they are placed; (27) "customs supervision" means
• Council Directive 2006/112/EC on the common system of value added tax Article 243a (statute)
(EU) No 260/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council; (10) ‘BIC’ means ‘BIC’ as defined in point (16) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 260/2012.
(EU) No 260/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council; (10) ‘BIC’ means ‘BIC’ as defined in point (16) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 260/2012.
Original article → DPA Magazine | The EU Cyber Resilience Act: Why early visibility supports compliance · DPA Magazine
Original — DPA Magazine
DPA Magazine | The EU Cyber Resilience Act: Why early visibility supports compliance Copy link
As of 11 September 2026, the EU Cyber Resilience Act (EU CRA) requires manufacturers of products with digital elements placed on the EU market to report actively exploited vulnerabilities and severe security incidents affecting those…
Analysis

Core issue

instruments and articles: `EU Cyber Resilience Act`, `NIS2 Directive`.

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* Numbers included: 11 September 2026, 24 hours, 72 hours, 14 days, 1 month, 39.8 percent, 37.5 percent, 36.3 percent, 25 percent, 54.2 percent, 2027, 13 percent, 70 percent, 80 percent, 2030. * Direct vs Directive:

  • Regulation (EU Cyber Resilience Act): applies directly across all EU member states.
  • Directive (NIS2 Directive): binds member states through national transposition.

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• Regulation (EU) 2025/40 of the European Parliament and of the Council on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) Article 16 (statute)
Article 16 Information obligations of suppliers of packaging or packaging materials 1. Suppliers shall provide the manufacturer with all the information and…
Article 16 Information obligations of suppliers of packaging or packaging materials 1. Suppliers shall provide the manufacturer with all the information and documentation necessary for the manufacturer to demonstrate the conformity of the packaging and the packaging materials with this Regulation, including the technical documentation referred to in Annex VII and required under or pursuant to Articles 5 to 11, in one or more languages which can be easily understood by the manufacturer. That information and documentation shall be provided in either paper or electronic form. 2. Where appropriate, the documentation and information required under Union legal acts applicable to contact-sensitive packaging shall be part of the information and documentation to be provided to the manufacturer pursuant to paragraph 1.
• Regulation (EU) 2025/40 of the European Parliament and of the Council on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) Article 45 (statute)
producer responsibility when making packaging or packaged products available on their territory for the first time. 4. For the purposes of compliance with Article 30(1)…
producer responsibility when making packaging or packaged products available on their territory for the first time. 4. For the purposes of compliance with Article 30(1), points (d) and (e), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065, providers of online platforms that fall within the scope of Section 4 of Chapter III of that Regulation and that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers shall obtain the following information from producers that offer packaging or packaged products to consumers located in the Union prior to allowing those producers to use their services: (a) information on the registration of the producers referred to in Article 44 of this Regulation in the Member State where the consumer is located and the registration number(s) of the producer in that register; (b) a self-certification by the producer confirming that it only offers packaging with regard to which the extended producer responsibility requirements referred to in paragraphs 1, 2 and3 of this Article are complied with in the Member State where the consumer is located. Where a producer sells its products via an online marketplace, the obligations set out in paragraph 2 of this Article may, on the basis of written mandate, be met by the provider of the online platform, on behalf of the producer.
• Regulation (EU) 2025/40 of the European Parliament and of the Council on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) Article 71 (statute)
producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation stating that the information provided is true. 3. Where a producer responsibility organisation that…
producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation stating that the information provided is true. 3. Where a producer responsibility organisation that has been entrusted with carrying out the extended producer responsibility obligations by the producer as referred to in Article 46(1), carries out the obligation to register set out in Article 44, it shall, in addition to the information required under point 1 of this Part, provide: (a) the names and contact details, including postal codes and places, streets and numbers, countries, telephones, web addresses and e-mail addresses of the producers represented; (b) the mandate of each represented producer, where applicable; (c) where the producer responsibility organisation represents more than one producer, a separate indication of how each one of the represented producers meets the responsibilities set out in Article 45. Part B Information to be submitted for reporting
Original article → Reliable brands driving India's growth · Forbes India
Original — Forbes India
Reliable brands driving India's growth Copy link
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, the brands making a lasting impact are those that combine trust, innovation, quality, and a clear vision for the future. Across industries, emerging and established companies are redefining…
Analysis

Core issue

Although Indian technology and service enterprises expand global operations, EU taxpayers engaging or owning foreign providers face immediate tax classification and cross-border reporting scrutiny. While entities like Ariedge, iotasol, and HaiData supply software and data services, European businesses contracting with them trigger specific place-of-supply and foreign company rules. What legal position faces EU taxpayers holding interests in or contracting with Indian service suppliers under Union tax legislation? The governing framework is established by Council Directive (EU) 2016/1164 Article 7 and Council Directive 2006/112/EC Article 59. Under Council Directive (EU) 2016/1164 Article 7(1), Member States

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• Council Directive 2011/16/EU on administrative cooperation in the field of taxation (DAC) Article 31 (statute)
banking or similar business; or (b) holds E-money or Central Bank Digital Currencies for the benefit of customers. 6. The term ‘Investment Entity’ means any Entity: (a)…
banking or similar business; or (b) holds E-money or Central Bank Digital Currencies for the benefit of customers. 6. The term ‘Investment Entity’ means any Entity: (a) which primarily conducts as a business one or more of the following activities or operations for or on behalf of a customer: (i) trading in money market instruments (cheques, bills, certificates of deposit, derivatives, etc.); foreign exchange; exchange, interest rate and index instruments; transferable securities; or commodity futures trading; (ii) individual and collective portfolio management; or (iii) otherwise investing, administering, or managing Financial Assets, money, or Reportable Crypto-Assets on behalf of other persons; or (b) the gross income of which is primarily attributable to investing, reinvesting, or trading in Financial Assets or Reportable Crypto-Assets, if the Entity is managed by another Entity that is a Depository Institution, a Custodial Institution, a Specified Insurance Company, or an Investment Entity described in subparagraph A(6), point (a).
• Council Directive (EU) 2016/1164 laying down rules against tax avoidance practices (ATAD) Article 7 (statute)
economic activity supported by staff, equipment, assets and premises, as evidenced by relevant facts and circumstances. Where the controlled foreign company is resident…
economic activity supported by staff, equipment, assets and premises, as evidenced by relevant facts and circumstances. Where the controlled foreign company is resident or situated in a third country that is not party to the EEA Agreement, Member States may decide to refrain from applying the preceding subparagraph. or (b) the non-distributed income of the entity or permanent establishment arising from non-genuine arrangements which have been put in place for the essential purpose of obtaining a tax advantage.
• Council Directive 2006/112/EC on the common system of value added tax Article 59 (statute)
Article 59 The place of supply of the following services to a non-taxable person who is established or has his permanent address or usually resides outside the…
Article 59 The place of supply of the following services to a non-taxable person who is established or has his permanent address or usually resides outside the Community, shall be the place where that person is established, has his permanent address or usually resides: (a) transfers and assignments of copyrights, patents, licences, trade marks and similar rights; (b) advertising services; (c) the services of consultants, engineers, consultancy firms, lawyers, accountants and other similar services, as well as data processing and the provision of information; (d) obligations to refrain from pursuing or exercising, in whole or in part, a business activity or a right referred to in this Article; (e) banking, financial and insurance transactions including reinsurance, with the exception of the hire of safes; (f) the supply of staff; (g) the hiring out of movable tangible property, with the exception of all means of transport; (h) the provision of access to a natural gas system situated within the territory of the Community or to any network connected to such a system, to the electricity system or to heating or cooling networks, or the transmission or distribution through these systems or networks, and the provision of other services directly linked thereto. ————— Subsection 10 Prevention of double taxation or non-taxation
Original article → Meghan says she was informed about 'disturbing allegations' against her father in 2018 · BBC News
Original — BBC News
Meghan says she was informed about 'disturbing allegations' against her father in 2018 Copy link
The Duchess of Sussex has said she was informed about "disturbing allegations" concerning her estranged father in 2018. In a statement, Meghan said a letter containing allegations against Thomas Markle was sent to the Metropolitan Police…
Analysis

Core issue

Multi-jurisdictional criminal investigations involving child exploitation establish distinct operational and procedural obligations across digital forensics and law enforcement support. The probe against Thomas Markle involves Philippine and US authorities. Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 Annex II explicitly classifies child sexual exploitation as a severe criminal offence. Thomas Markle faces immediate forensic hardware examination and prospective law enforcement actions, while police agencies undergo internal procedural review regarding historical disclosures. The legal questions concern the scope of authority oversight under data protection laws, the statutory classification of offences, and standards for child rights protection. Statutory oversight relies on Regulation (EU) 2016/679 Article 57 regarding supervisory tasks and Council Regulation (EU) 2019/1111 Article 21 on

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Legal basis (3)
• Regulation (EU) 2016/679 - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Article 57 (statute)
promote public awareness and understanding of the risks, rules, safeguards and rights in relation to processing. Activities addressed specifically to children shall…
promote public awareness and understanding of the risks, rules, safeguards and rights in relation to processing. Activities addressed specifically to children shall receive specific attention; (c) advise, in accordance with Member State law, the national parliament, the government, and other institutions and bodies on legislative and administrative measures relating to the protection of natural persons' rights and freedoms with regard to processing; (d) promote the awareness of controllers and processors of their obligations under this Regulation; (e) upon request, provide information to any data subject concerning the exercise of their rights under this Regulation and, if appropriate, cooperate with the supervisory authorities in other Member States to that end; (f) handle complaints lodged by a data subject, or by a body, organisation or association in accordance with Article 80, and investigate, to the extent appropriate, the subject matter of the complaint and inform the complainant of the progress and the outcome of the investigation within a reasonable period, in particular if further investigation or coordination with another supervisory authority is necessary; (g) cooperate with, including sharing information and provide mutual assistance to, other supervisory authorities with a view to ensuring the consistency of application and enforcement of this Regulation; (h)
• Regulation (EU) 2016/679 - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Article 8 (statute)
Article 8 Conditions applicable to child's consent in relation to information society services 1. Where point (a) of Article 6(1) applies, in relation to the offer of…
Article 8 Conditions applicable to child's consent in relation to information society services 1. Where point (a) of Article 6(1) applies, in relation to the offer of information society services directly to a child, the processing of the personal data of a child shall be lawful where the child is at least 16 years old. Where the child is below the age of 16 years, such processing shall be lawful only if and to the extent that consent is given or authorised by the holder of parental responsibility over the child. Member States may provide by law for a lower age for those purposes provided that such lower age is not below 13 years. 2. The controller shall make reasonable efforts to verify in such cases that consent is given or authorised by the holder of parental responsibility over the child, taking into consideration available technology. 3. Paragraph 1 shall not affect the general contract law of Member States such as the rules on the validity, formation or effect of a contract in relation to a child.
• COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) 2019/1111 of 25 June 2019 on jurisdiction, the recognition and enforcement of decisions in matrimonial matters and the matters of parental responsibility, and on international child abduction Article 21 (statute)
Article 21 Right of the child to express his or her views 1. When exercising their jurisdiction under Section 2 of this Chapter, the courts of the Member States shall…
Article 21 Right of the child to express his or her views 1. When exercising their jurisdiction under Section 2 of this Chapter, the courts of the Member States shall, in accordance with national law and procedure, provide the child who is capable of forming his or her own views with a genuine and effective opportunity to express his or her views, either directly, or through a representative or an appropriate body. 2. Where the court, in accordance with national law and procedure, gives a child an opportunity to express his or her views in accordance with this Article, the court shall give due weight to the views of the child in accordance with his or her age and maturity. CHAPTER III INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION
Original article → Haryana power employees call off strike after government moves to cancel private distribution licence · The Hindu
Original — The Hindu
Haryana power employees call off strike after government moves to cancel private distribution licence Copy link
Electricity workers in Haryana ended their strike with immediate effect on Friday (Oct. 23) after the state government agreed to seek a review and cancellation of the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission's (HERC) order granting a…
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Legal basis (3)
• REGULATION (EU) 2017/1001 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 14 June 2017 on the European Union trade mark Article 145 (statute)
Article 145 Liability 1. The contractual liability of the Office shall be governed by the law applicable to the contract in question. 2. The Court of Justice shall be…
Article 145 Liability 1. The contractual liability of the Office shall be governed by the law applicable to the contract in question. 2. The Court of Justice shall be competent to give judgment pursuant to any arbitration clause contained in a contract concluded by the Office. 3. In the case of non-contractual liability, the Office shall, in accordance with the general principles common to the laws of the Member States, make good any damage caused by its departments or by its servants in the performance of their duties. 4. The Court of Justice shall have jurisdiction in disputes relating to compensation for the damage referred to in paragraph 3. 5. The personal liability of its servants towards the Office shall be governed by the provisions laid down in the Staff Regulations or in the Conditions of Employment applicable to them.
• REGULATION (EU) No 1215/2012 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 12 December 2012 on jurisdiction and the recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters Article 7 (statute)
seised; (5) as regards a dispute arising out of the operations of a branch, agency or other establishment, in the courts for the place where the branch, agency or other…
seised; (5) as regards a dispute arising out of the operations of a branch, agency or other establishment, in the courts for the place where the branch, agency or other establishment is situated; (6) as regards a dispute brought against a settlor, trustee or beneficiary of a trust created by the operation of a statute, or by a written instrument, or created orally and evidenced in writing, in the courts of the Member State in which the trust is domiciled; (7) as regards a dispute concerning the payment of remuneration claimed in respect of the salvage of a cargo or freight, in the court under the authority of which the cargo or freight in question: (a) has been arrested to secure such payment; or (b) could have been so arrested, but bail or other security has been given; provided that this provision shall apply only if it is claimed that the defendant has an interest in the cargo or freight or had such an interest at the time of salvage.
• COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) No 1408/71 of 14 June 1971 TITLE I - GENERAL PROVISIONS Article 14b (statute)
or person paying the remuneration shall be considered as the employer for the purpose of the said legislation. Article 14c (5) Special rules applicable to persons who…
or person paying the remuneration shall be considered as the employer for the purpose of the said legislation. Article 14c (5) Special rules applicable to persons who are simultaneously employed in the territory of one Member State and self-employed in the territory of another Member State A person who is simultaneously employed in the territory of one Member State and self-employed in the territory of another Member State shall be subject: (a) save as otherwise provided in subparagraph (b) to the legislation of the Member State in the territory of which he is engaged in paid employment or, where he pursues such an activity in the territory of two or more Member States, to the legislation determined in accordance with Article 14 (2) or (3); (b) in the cases mentioned in Annex VII: — to the legislation of the Member State in the territory of which he is engaged in paid employment, that legislation having been determined in accordance with the provisions of Article 14 (2) or (3), where he pursues such an activity in the territory of two or more Member States, — and — to the legislation of the Member State in the territory of which he is self-employed, that legislation having been determined in accordance with Article 14a (2), (3) or (4), where he pursues such an activity in the territory of two or more Member States.